The Hard Truth - Inside the Football Industry with Darragh MacAnthony
Darragh MacAnthony
Having bought a professional football club Peterborough United aged 29 and been in the game for nearly 15 years Darragh shares his opinions on all things football as well as business discussion in this weekly podcast.
Brutally honest, direct opinion and insight of what happens behind the scenes, not in the public eye in the frantically busy and ever-changing world of football.
Hence the name of the podcast being “The Hard Truth”
Brutally honest, direct opinion and insight of what happens behind the scenes, not in the public eye in the frantically busy and ever-changing world of football.
Hence the name of the podcast being “The Hard Truth”
Episodes
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Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 14min
S4 EP5: Deadline Day Chaos!
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode... we're joined by Posh's Head of Football Operations Liz Elsom.
– The truth behind the failed Jonson Clarke-Harris transfer
– Liz tells us what really happens during a football transfer
– Ronnie Edwards' future
– How headlines hurt Posh
– and much more!
Aug 25, 2023 • 48min
S4 EP4: Playing the Right Way
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Taking the loss
– Hughes in or out?
– Ivan Toney's new agent
– Is Messi's impact good or bad for the MLS?
– Where next for Mason Greenwood?
– and much more!
Aug 16, 2023 • 54min
S4 EP3: Setbacks Create Comebacks
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Posh are 3 wins from 3 in League 1
– A positive week for Bradford!
– What's happening at Liverpool?
– Why Leeds have messed up in their transfer policy!
– and much more!
Aug 11, 2023 • 55min
S4 EP2: Young Guns Ignite
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Darragh's pride in Posh's young guns
– A mixed start for Bradford
– Should Harry Kane go to Germany?
– Moisés Caicedo and Brighton's recruitment engine
– and much more!
Jul 31, 2023 • 1h 4min
S4 EP1: Hysteria
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's opening episode of the season...
– Darragh chats about his week on Talksport!
– What really is the deal article about Posh's finances!
– A "really enjoyable" pre-season at Posh!
– Where does Phil think Bradford will finish in League 2?
– and much more!
May 23, 2023 • 1h 23min
S3 EP29: Football is a Cruel Game!
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Reaction to the Play-Off defeat!
– Plans for the summer!
– Why Darragh is proud of Posh
– Phil discusses Bradford's defeat!
– and much more!
Apr 11, 2023 • 58min
S3 EP28: The Chase is On!
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– A double winning Easter weekend for Posh!
– Bradford edge closer to automatics!
– Why more money should go to team's who produce talent!
– An update on London Road!
– and much more!
Mar 28, 2023 • 1h 8min
S3 EP27: The Truth About The Ivan Toney Deal!
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Posh edge closer to the Play-Offs!
– How do agents deal with a disgruntled player?
– The real add ons in the Ivan Toney deal!
– Do managers actually send in CVs?
– and much more!
Mar 22, 2023 • 1h 8min
S3 EP26: DMAC's Right of Reply
Peterborough United Chairman Darragh MacAnthony and Bradford City supporter Philip Ideson are back for a new season and give insight on the "Hard Truths" behind the football industry via this weekly podcast 🎙️⚽🏢
On this week's episode...
– Two impressive away wins for Posh!
– Darragh responds to the Yellow Block podcast!
– Why Posh DO have assets if they need to sell!
– Darragh outlines his agenda for Posh!
– and much more!
Mar 8, 2023 • 53min
S3 EP25: Every Week There's Something Else!
Darragh MacAnthony and Philip Ideson discuss Posh's loss, Bradford's winning streak, Liverpool's 7-0 victory over Man Utd, and more in the football industry. Topics touch on consultancy for potential club buyers, challenges in club operations, hiring new managers, season ticket prices, financial challenges, league standings, and disparities in team performance.
